Gophers defeat North Dakota 85-50 to open season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 3:58 AM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026
The Minnesota Gophers started their season with an 85-50 victory over the North Dakota Fighting Hawks. After falling behind early, the Gophers responded with a 14-2 run and maintained control throughout the game. Bobby Durkin led Minnesota with 16 points, shooting 4-for-5 from three-point range. The Gopher defense proved dominant, holding North Dakota to just 28.8% shooting, including a dismal 3-for-28 from beyond the arc. Minnesota will next host St. Thomas on Friday.
- •Gophers open the season with an 85-50 win over North Dakota.
- •Bobby Durkin scored 16 points, hitting 4 of 5 three-pointers.
- •Minnesota held North Dakota to 28.8% shooting overall.
- •The Gophers will face St. Thomas next on Friday.
- 3:58 AMYahoo Sports — Gophers open the season with 85-50 win over North Dakota
"Gophers dominate the Hawks 85-50 to start the season.
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